Museum Archive: Vintage K-B Bait K-B Spoon 2 Superior, 1/2oz Nickel fishing spoon #11564

Nickel plating covers the 2 1/2" (6.5 cm) body of this classic casting lure, which carries the distinct "K-B SUPERIOR" stamp on its reverse side. Weighing 1/2 oz (14 g), this K-B Spoon 2 Superior traces its design history back to 1929, originating from the K-B Bait company in Superior, Wisconsin. Light surface marks are visible on the metal, reflecting a well-preserved 4/5 condition rating for a piece of this age. American anglers often refer to this model as a "big fish spoon," a reputation earned over decades of targeting heavy freshwater predators. The hardware includes a large, sharp treble hook secured by a split ring at the rear, with an additional split ring at the head for secure line attachment. This USA-manufactured specimen, cataloged under product code 11564, showcases the simple, effective construction characteristic of early 20th-century tackle.